Brown, J. (2019). Thorn in the flesh: the experience of women living with surgical mesh complications. Master's thesis, University of Otago, Dunedin.
Abstract: Sheds light on the experiences of seven women who have suffered pelvic surgical mesh complications as a result of surgery for pelvic organ prolapse (POP) and stress urinary incontinence (SUI). Emphasises the existential impacts arising from disruption to the embodied self as experienced by the study participants. Discusses problems with biomedical research on pelvic surgical mesh, highlighting two key clinical studies, and a NZ study. Employs hermeneutic phenomenology and a questionnaire to survey the participants.
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Sharma, M. (2020). An exploration of the experiences of registered nurses working in aged residential care facilities regarding interRAI: A qualitative research design. Master's thesis, University of Otago, Dunedin.
Abstract: Assesses the experiences of registered nurses (RNs)working in aged residential care facilities in Christchurch, in performing interRAI assessments using interRAI MOMENTUM software. Explores the positive and negative aspects of their experiences and the factors affecting performance of interRAI-based comprehensive health assessments. Identifies the aids and barriers faced by RNs in applying and using interRAI. Conducts focus-group interviews with 7 RNs. Highlights the need for a unified standard assessment system.
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Eton, S. J. (2020). Clinical handover from the operating theatre nurse to the post anaesthetic care unit nurse: a New Zealand perspective. Master's thesis, University of Otago, Christchurch.
Abstract: Presents findings from a study of nurse-to-nurse handover in the perioperative care setting. Describes current practices in nurse handover and surveys theatre and post-anaesthetic-care nurses from around NZ about their satisfaction with handover and whether it affects patient outcomes.
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Houston, G. (2018). The impacts for the registered nurses of the New Entry to Specialty Practice Mental Health and Addiction Nursing Programme, of the programme, on their personal and professional development. Master's thesis, University of Canterbury, Christchurch.
Abstract: Explores the impact on nurses three to six years after completion of the New Entry to Specialty Practice (NESP) Programme. Thematically analyses in-depth, semi-structured interviews to identify the aspects of personal and professional development affected by the programme, using a qualitative descriptive approach. Focuses on four key themes: well set up; thinking differently; inter-connectedness; and reciprocation.
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Tansley, S. E. (2016). The role of postgraduate education for registered nurses working in the aged care sector. Master's thesis, Victoria University of Wellington, Wellington.
Abstract: Explores the perspectives of registered nurses (RN) working in aged residential care, and their views and experiences of postgraduate education. Performs a qualitative study using mixed-method data triangulation including document review, focus groups and interviews at four aged care facilities. Conducts focus groups and interviews with five nurse managers and 15 RNs on the value of, and access to postgraduate education.
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Grinlinton, A. (2021). Management of pressure injury prevention in two New Zealand residential aged care facilities: A case study. Master's thesis, Auckland University of Technology, Auckland.
Abstract: Examines how pressure injury prevention is managed in aged residential care (ARC). Using exploratory case study methodology, collects data from Clinical Managers, Regisered Nurses and Health Care Assistants working in two ARC facilities by means of semi-structured interviews. Identifies barriers and facilitators in the prevention of pressure injuries in the context of organisational culture and structure.
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Grinlinton, A. (2021). Management of pressure injury prevention in two New Zealand residential aged care facilities: A case study. Master's thesis, Auckland University of Technology, Auckland.
Abstract: Aims to explore the strategies employed for pressure-injury prevention in two residential aged care facilities in NZ. Investigates how pressure injuries are managed from the perspective of Clinical Managers (CMs), Registered Nurses (RNs) and Health Care Assistants (HCAs). Analyses facility policies and guidelines for pressure injury prevention and management and identifies barriers and facilitators of injury prevention.
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Dwyer, R. (2022). Exploring the relationships between attitudes to ageing and the willingness of new graduate nurses to work in aged residential care in rural New Zealand. Master's thesis, University of Otago, Christchurch.
Abstract: Examines the relationship between attitudes to ageing and the willingness of pre-registration nursing students to work in aged residential care (ARC), and in
rural NZ. Undertakes a cross-sectional study using a self-administered online survey, of third-year nursing students in southern NZ. Recommends gerontology course content and ARC clinical placements for nursing students.
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Crowe, M., Jones, V., Stone, M. - A., & Coe, G. (2019). The clinical effectiveness of nursing models of diabetes care: A synthesis of the evidence. International Journal of Nursing Studies, 93. Retrieved May 20, 2024, from http://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijnurstu.2019.03.004
Abstract: Determines the clinical effectiveness, in terms of glycaemic control, other biological measures, cost-effectiveness and patient satisfaction, of nurse-led diabetes interventions led by primary health care nurses. Uses PRISMA guidelines for reporting the results of a systematic review of the literature. Compares quantitative studies of physician-led care and cost-effectiveness, with qualitative studies of patient experiences of nurse-led care.
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Shallard, G. A. (2019). What are the perceptions of nurses working in child health regarding their role in child protection? Master's thesis, Massey University, Albany.
Abstract: Explores the current perceptions of nurses working in child health with regard to their potential role in child protection. Conducts a mixed-method study using sequential explanatory design involving 134 survey results and six complementary interviews. Aims to provide insight into current nursing practices of those working in child health settings, and identifies barriers to nurses engaging with social services.
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Rees, L. (2016). Exploring the barriers and levers to hand hygiene of nursing and medical staff in Emergency Departments: a mixed-methods study. Master's thesis, Victoria University of Wellington, Wellington.
Abstract: Undertakes an explanatory, sequential, mixed-methods study to identify barriers and levers to hand-hygiene (HH) practice in two Emergency Departments (ED) in NZ. Distributes a survey to ED nurses and doctors to identify perceived facilitators and hindrances to HH. Follows up with nurse focus groups to explore specific aspects of the survey results.
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Gray, N. (2020). Privileging Matauranga Maori in nursing education: Experiences of Maori student nurses learning within an indigenous university. Master's thesis, University of Auckland, Auckland.
Abstract: Investigates factors supporting Maori student engagement, retention and success in nursing education. Explores the experiences, perceptions and insights of Maori nursing students enrolled in Te Ohanga Mataora: Bachelor of Health Sciences Maori Nursing at Te Whare Wananga O Awanuiarangi. Conducts semi-structured face-to-face interviews with 12 full-time Maori undergraduate nursing students, highlighting both positive and negative factors in academic engagement.
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Gubb, A. (2020). Rural nurse practitioner role to improve outcomes for Thames-Coromandel community. Master's thesis, Auckland University of Technology, Auckland.
Abstract: Maintains that the Nurse Practitioner (NP) role has the potential to achieve more equitable outcomes for rural populations, particularly for older adults in their transition from hospital to the rural setting. Examines how NPs can reduce readmissions, from a thematic analysis of the literature using a realist synthesis approach, focusing on the Thames Coromandel rural community. Derives three themes from the analysis: self-efficacy, holistic care, and care grounded in nursing philosophy.
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Moke, K. (2019). Finding the balance: Family inclusive practice in adult community mental health. Master's thesis, University of Otago, Dunedin.
Abstract: Explores family-inclusive practice in Adult Community Mental Health in a District Health Board. Focuses on what adult community mental health nurses and clinical managers consider to be barriers and facilitators to family-inclusive practice. Explores community mental health nurses' and clinical managers' perspectives of family-inclusive practice through semi-structured interviews using a descriptive qualitative design.
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Graham, K. - L. (2021). Leadership toward positive workplace culture in Aotearoa New Zealand: clinical nurse manager perspectives. Master's thesis, Victoria University, Wellington.
Abstract: Seeks to understand how clinical nurse managers build positive culture in their workplace, while identifying leadership attributes and actions for generating positive workplace culture. Interviews 10 clinical nurse managers from one secondary hospital in the North Island about their strategies to build positive workplace culture: preparation for their role; maintaining perspective, and intention to enhance collaborative behaviour.
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